Have you ever watched a youtube beauty video and become transfixed by the person’s lipstick? Recently, while watching one of my favorite youtube personalities, Donnashorts1 (here) that very thing happened to me. This is a woman who knows her higher-end cosmetics, so imagine my surprise when she revealed the color that had captivated my attention was, Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick (918D) Cherry Bomb ($1.50-$2.99 US/3.3g). Could it be a drugstore lipstick would meet most of my expectations? You’ll see 🙂

The Pros to Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color:

Certain colors apply smoothly without tugging and dragging on the lips.

Long-lasting color (4-5 hours) leaves behind a very noticeable stain when the color has worn off.

Formulated without parabens (some website list proplyparaben and BHT as ingredients, however the ingredient list on all six of my tubes do not have these two ingredients included).

Comes in 26 shades.

Black packaging is not as gaudy as many drugstore lipstick designs.

Pairs beautifully with MAC Pro Longwear lip pencils.

Multiple tubes of the same shade can be purchased to store at work, home and in the car. As an added bonus, if you happen to misplace a tube of your favorite color, your bank account and heart will not break over the loss 🙂

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color ingredient list.

The Cons to Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color:

A substantial portion of the lipstick bullet sticks out of the black tubing. Careful maneuvering of the cap is essential to avoid damage to the lipstick.

A lip balm is highly recommended, the matte/satin formula becomes drying after a couple of hours.

Certain colors are dry and can tug on the lips during application. (905D) Smokin’ Hot Pink and (902C) Bare It All were the biggest culprits.

If a heavy hand is used during application, feathering will occur.

Adding another layer after three hours can look caky and result in feathering. Remove the existing layer and start fresh.

Mineral oil is used as an ingredient.

Lip Swatches:

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color (908C) Sugar Plum.

(908C) Sugar Plum is a deep purple/magenta color that looks downright unwearable in the tube, but applies smoothly and vibrantly. My husband noticed this color right away and commented how flattering and brighting it appeared.

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color (915B) Spiked with Rum.

(915B) Spiked with Rum is the most versatile color of the bunch. Great everyday color would suit a variety of makeup looks and skin tones.

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color (918D) Cherry Bomb.

(918D) Cherry Bomb is my favorite shade. This shade is very comparable in color to TF Black Orchid and also is a great dupe for Lipstick Queen Velvet Rope Lipstick in Entourage ($50US/3.5g). However, do apply thin layers to avoid feathering. I find if you blot between layers, feathering is greatly reduced.

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color (911D) Stoplight Red.

(911D) Stoplight Red is a straight-up bright blue tone red. This is the lipstick version of MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Trust in Red. I love to mix this shade with (918D) Cherry Bomb to create an oxblood type color.

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color (902C) Bare It All.

(902C) Bare It All is the typical 60’s nude shade. The warm undertone makes this shade suitable for warm and olive skin tones. I really was diggin’ (60’s lingo) this shade in the privacy of my own home, but I could not fathom wearing it in public. However, I know so many ladies that would look phenomenal in this shade.

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color (905D) Smokin’ Hot Pink.

(905D) Smokin’ Hot Pink is a beautiful bright warm pink that would look spectacular with a tan. If you missed out on TF Aphrodisiac, then this shade would make for a good color substitute.

Normally, I would never think of comparing high-end lipsticks with the drugstore variety (sounds so snobby); however, while photographing Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Colors, I did see a striking similarity in color to my Tom Ford Lipsticks (reviewed here) and Bite Beauty Mulberry lipstick. Obviously, Tom Ford lipsticks are smoother and more luxurious in texture and feel, but in regards to price and color payoff, Wet n Wild Lip Colors are amazing. Oh and lest not forget, you can buy all 26 Wet n Wild shades (on sale) for the price of one Tom Ford Lipstick….Things that make you go..hmmmmm..

THE VERDICT: If makeup could talk what would it say?

Makeup would tell you based on the pigmentation, formulation, availability and affordability you cannot go wrong with Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Colors. As an additional incentive, WnW is usually on sale at most drugstore location. At the time of my purchase, Rite Aid was having a BOGHO on all WnW products. My mini haul cost $13.50 minus a $3.00 coupon, bringing my grand total to $10.50 for 6 lipsticks. Does this mean the end of my higher end lip product purchases? A moment of frugality, cannot reform me so easily 🙂 Be well and stay safe.

-Maria

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February 3, 2014

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